Delay in presentation of draft Structure Plan to Council

The
Structure Plan preparation has been progressing as outlined on this page. However, more
recently there have been a number of external delays which are unfortunately
beyond the control of Council.

It has
become apparent that, due to the complexity of the plan, more time is needed by
Council and the five relevant government agencies to consider the draft
Structure Plan before it can be reported to Council and placed on public
exhibition.

Council
understands that the timeframes given previously have now passed and would like
to assure local residents and the broader community that we are continuing to work
towards a resolution to allow the project to be reported to Council in
September 2016.

It is
imperative that a new Strategic Centre in this location is supported by an
appropriate level of infrastructure. A vibrant new town centre at Frenchs
Forest needs to be supported by other community needs, such as new and/or
enhanced community facilities, educational establishments, open space, and
transport infrastructure. Council
is actively working towards the finalisation of the Hospital Structure Plan and
will update the project page as more information becomes available.